NBA Finals

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Jan 3, 2024; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings head coach Mike Brown talks with guard De'Aaron Fox (5) during the third quarter against the Orlando Magic at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-USA TODAY Sports
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De’Aaron Fox–Mike Brown Finals Meeting Reopens Kings’ Wounds

When the 2026 NBA Finals kick off, there will be a few familiar faces to Kings fans on screen. Former Kings guard De’Aaron...

May 25, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) shoots while defended by Cleveland Cavaliers guard James Harden (1) in the second quarter during game four of the eastern conference finals for the 2026 NBA playoffs at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images
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James Harden Just Proved That Defense Wins Championships

Defense wins championships. That saying has been proven in basketball across multiple eras by the likes of Michael Jordan, Scottie Pippen, Dennis Rodman,...

Feb 5, 2017; Houston, TX, USA; Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2) shakes hands with New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) after Super Bowl LI at NRG Stadium.
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What Are the Top 10 Championship Games Since 2010? Part 2

In part one, I began counting down the best sports championship games since 2010. The 2026 Olympic men’s hockey gold medal game and...

June 19, 2016; Oakland, CA, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard Kyrie Irving (2) moves the ball against Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) in the second half in game seven of the NBA Finals at Oracle Arena.
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What Are the Top 10 Championship Games Since 2010? Part 1

The past year alone has had some stellar championship sports games. The Olympics featured some amazing gold-medal hockey games; both college football and...

Feb 26, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) against the Phoenix Suns at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
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Luka Doncic’s Recent Criticism Has Been Loud and Unfounded

When a player wears purple and gold, everything they do is magnified by the Los Angeles spotlight. Whether it’s fair or not, stars...

April 30, 2019; Oakland, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) and forward Kevin Durant (35) react against the Houston Rockets during the second quarter in game two of the second round of the 2019 NBA Playoffs at Oracle Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports
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Stephen Curry Is Not As Legendary As You Think

Is Stephen Curry one of the better basketball players in history? Yes. Is he the best shooter ever? Probably. Is he a future...

Feb 12, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Nuggets guard Julian Strawther (3) reacts after a play in the second quarter against the Portland Trail Blazers at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images
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Julian Strawther Will Be the Nuggets’ X-Factor

Everybody knows how important bench pieces are on a winning team. They may not realize that there is a specific archetype of bench...

Oct 17, 2017; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James (23) and Boston Celtics guard Kyrie Irving (11) meet after the Cavs beat the Celtics 102-99 at Quicken Loans Arena.
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The Kyrie Irving Trade Still Haunts The Cavs

After losing the 2017 NBA Finals to arguably the greatest team ever assembled, the 2016-17 Golden State Warriors, Kyrie Irving had had enough....

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Thunder Get Retribution for Years of Heartbreak

As the Oklahoma City Thunder took the court for Sunday night’s Game 7, there was a palpable feeling in the air. A historic...

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Tyrese Haliburton One Win Away From Keeping Haters at Bay

Tyrese Haliburton stands one win away from an NBA Championship. This playoff run has defied nearly all odds, as he’s commandeered the No....

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The Warriors Have the Blueprint in Front of Them

This year’s NBA Finals showcase two of the league’s best offensively and defensively. The Pacers and Thunder are both led by star point...

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The 2025 NBA Finals Are a Dream Come True for Diehard NBA Fans

To the casual NBA fan or those tuning into the NBA for the first time this season, the 2025 NBA Finals are nothing...

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The Oklahoma City Thunder Storm Back to Steal Game 4

It all felt lost for the Oklahoma City Thunder. In the dying minutes of the third quarter in Game 4 of the NBA...

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What Would a Ring Mean for the Pacers and Thunder?

The 2025 NBA Finals are underway! The Pacers and Thunder are both looking to win their first ring, and several players want to...